In this first episode of the Rescue Ready Podcast, I sit down with Johnny Hagan, a Volunteer Rescue Crew Officer with the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter in Queensland.Over the past five years, Johnny has been involved in a range of challenging and high-pressure rescue operations. But like most in this job, there’s one mission that stands above the rest… his very first.In this conversation, we discuss:• What it actually takes to become a Rescue Crew Officer• The reality of helicopter rescue work beyond what most people see• The lessons that come from responding to incidents• Advice for anyone looking to become a rescue crew officerThis episode is about the journey, the pressure, and what it means to be truly Rescue Ready.

Welcome to the Rescue Ready Podcast,

the show where we unpack real stories,

lessons and pathways behind helicopter rescue and high-risk response roles.